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Lees Scar Lighthouse

Fl Green 10s🇬🇧GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lees Scar Lighthouse

Also known as: Lees Scar (Tommy Legs)

Built in 1841, Lees Scar Lighthouse is a square pyramidal skeletal tower standing 11 meters tall. It emits a green light with one flash every 10 seconds, visible for nearly 11 nautical miles. The structure features a lantern mounted atop the skeletal tower. This lighthouse was deactivated from 1938 until 1959, when it was reactivated. The tower's lower section previously served as the foundation for an earlier cottage lighthouse. The site is managed by the Port of Silloth and is located about 700 meters from the nearest port.

Why it matters: Lees Scar Lighthouse is recognized as a historic and endangered light, highlighting its cultural value and the need for preservation. Its evolution from a cottage lighthouse to its current skeletal form also marks a unique architectural development.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl G 10s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1841

Significant events: Reactivated 1959, Inactive 1938-1959

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: lantern mounted atop a square pyramidal skeletal tower

Location

Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Located about 800 m (1/2 mi) south of Silloth, operated by the Port of Silloth.
Latitude
54.8629°
Longitude
-3.4132°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Silloth(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
ENG-064
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lees Scar Lighthouse at night?+
Lees Scar displays the characteristic Fl Green 10s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lees Scar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lees Scar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Silloth at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Carsethorn (6.2 NM WNW), Southerness (6.5 NM W), Annan (8.8 NM NE), Kippford (12.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lees Scar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lees Scar Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Lees Scar Lighthouse?+
Lees Scar Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Lees Scar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lees Scar Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.